A ukin’ great time – 12-14 October

Ging, Marg and Lori rug up for the unseasonal weather.

Ukuleles at the Winery was held over three days in October at Mountview Wines in Glen Aplin, 10 mins south of Stanthorpe on the Granite Belt.
This was the 8th event of its kind and it’s proving to be more popular each time.

While the weather was not too kind to us, with cooler temps around 13 and interment showers most of the weekend, the cellar door fire and the beautiful wines of Mountview keep everyone warm and spirits high.

With many vans, tents and cars arriving early on the Thursday, we saw the festival kick off early with some impromptu jams and lots of catch up hugs and laughs. Friday and Saturday were filled with strum and play sessions, workshops of all kinds and jams sessions to practice for open mic.

Lyn Lucas and David Pedler

Friday beginners workshop was in the very capable hands of David Pedler with some help from his trusty side kick Lyn Lucas. David produced a one-page guide so that participants could take home some info. The workshop was well received and lots of fun. Spreading the love of uke …

George Mroz and the Browns Plains Uke Players (BPUPS)

This festival saw many regulars and also some new faces which added to the mix on open mic night, lots of new talent with everyone remarking what a great night was had by all.

Saturday workshops proved popular with some new skills shown and learnt. Learning to write a song with John Nicholson, was fantastic and terrific fun. Participants had a great time with this workshop.

Lee Williams, a very accomplished and professional muso, was pleased by the number of people who attended his Uke Tips and Tricks workshop, and inspired by their skill levels. Roger led a bluegrass workshop that included bluegrass, 12 bar blues and circle of fifths. Lots of great info there.

Phil Holloway led a workshop

Phil showed us how to use a capo. This was interesting and very informative for those who hadn’t used one before.

Rowena and Hans did a wonderful job in the learn a song workshop. Within an hour, participants learnt a new song to perform at open mic. They were great!

Rowena & Hans workshop

Early Sunday morning we had a quite memorial for an original Uke Fest friend, June Baran. A rose was planted in June’s memory, we shared fond memories, and sang a few of June’s favourite songs.

A moving tribute to June

Sunday morning also bought some local Glen Aplin banjo, bass and mandolin players to jam with everyone in the cellar door with some gospel songs.

Sunday morning Blue Grass Jam.

Leading the morning jam were Roger Sherack in checkshirt playing Uke Local Stanthope muso’s Dave on banjo, Rob on mandolin Dave’s wife on double bass. The morning Blue Grass jam was a huge hit.

Most people enjoyed the onsite catering with meals $ 5 pp/ This option left everyone free to enjoy company, wines and some uke playing.

Thanks to everyone to came along and made our October 2018 Ukes in the Winery such a special event.

For those of you who’d like to join the fun, Ukes at the Winery is held twice a year. The next event is in March 2019, date yet to be released.

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Grab your ukulele, your family & friends for a night playing and singing. All songs projected on 2 big screens and led by various talented BUMS members and performing groups. Come early and have dinner & a bevvy at the Green Bar downstairs.
VENUE: Coorparoo Bowls Club, 32 Riddings Street Coorparoo
TIME: Jam starts 7:00 pm; Beginners class 6:30 pm
COST: BUMS members FREE and visitors $5
For more jams and special events check out https://www.brisbaneukulele.com/events/

The Sunday Session with a twist! The jam at Albany Creek is back NEW VENUE and NEW TIME! Join Blair and Andrew at Fritzenberger Albany Creek for a Ukulele Jam washed down with some fine craft beer, cider and fritzen-fabulous food.

Just bring your uke, and get ready to settle in for a good arvo. As always songs projected on to a screen … no need to bring music or a stand.

Wind down and get your weekend off to a great start. Intimate venue- food, coffee, licensed .

All songs projected on to a screen … no need to bring music or a stand … Just bring your uke, and get ready to have a good night.

Anyone is welcome to lead a song. So, dust off your repertoire, and polish up your performance. If you have suggestions or would like to lead a song or two, bring the formatted song-sheets on a USB stick.

Open Mic Night — Third & Fourth Thursday of the month. All musicians welcome especially ukulele players. Come to perform for a small, appreciative crowd or come to lend your support! This open mic is for unpolished singles and duets with a one-song-at-a-time format. Very low key. Perfect for your first performance. The Thai food is great and the bar is open. More info contact William Whitaker (*protected email*).
VENUE: Camp Hill Community &Sporting Club (Bowls Club), 150A Ferguson Rd, Camp Hill (near Skyline Drive round-a-bout)
TIME: 7:00 pm-9:00 pm
COST: FREE
For more jams and special events check out https://www.brisbaneukulele.com/events/

The Scratch Jam — Third Sunday of the month. A Sunday session with a difference! Bring your uke and enjoy a brew & very casual jam/gig for intermediate players (beginners welcome). A select menu of goodies to eat and great boutique beers & ciders.
VENUE: The Scratch Bar, 8/1 Park Road, Milton
TIME: 12:30 pm- 2:30 pm
COST: FREE
For more jams and special events check out https://www.brisbaneukulele.com/events/

BUMS Northside Jam — Fourth Tuesday of the month. All chords and lyrics projected on screen. No need for books or printing! No food available for sale. But you are welcome to bring your own. The bar is open for liquid refreshments! Email *protected email* if you’d like an open mic spot.
VENUE: Northern Suburbs Bowls Club. 175 Edinburgh Castle Rd, Wavell Heights
TIME: Beginners Class from 6:30 pm and Jam starts 7:00 pm
COST: BUMS members FREE and visitors $5
For more jams and special events check out https://www.brisbaneukulele.com/events/

Open Mic Night — Third & Fourth Thursday of the month. All musicians welcome especially ukulele players. Come to perform for a small, appreciative crowd or come to lend your support! This open mic is for unpolished singles and duets with a one-song-at-a-time format. Very low key. Perfect for your first performance. The Thai food is great and the bar is open. More info contact William Whitaker (*protected email*).
VENUE: Camp Hill Community &Sporting Club (Bowls Club), 150A Ferguson Rd, Camp Hill (near Skyline Drive round-a-bout)
TIME: 7:00 pm-9:00 pm
COST: FREE
For more jams and special events check out https://www.brisbaneukulele.com/events/